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Welcome to Tabriz

As well as being full of history and culture, Tabriz is a vital modern city, complete with prestigious universities and museums.

Top things to see and do

  • A UNESCO World Heritage site, the Bazaar of Tabriz is the world’s largest covered bazaar. Here you can shop for gold, jewellery, carpets and spices. When you need a break, stop for a drink at one of the bazaar’s many teahouses.
  • Don’t miss the Blue Mosque with its turquoise mosaic tiling and gold leaf. You can also have a wander in the Khaquani garden outside, which is a popular meeting place.
  • Enjoy a meal amongst the marble, pillars and fountains of the Nobar Bath restaurant. This restored building was once one of Tabriz’s historic public baths and is now an atmospheric eating place.
  • Explore ancient history at the Azerbaijan Museum. It’s jam-packed with objects from archaeological excavations in Iranian Azerbaijan, as well as more than 2,000 books on history, Iranian culture and art.
  • Tabriz isn’t just about history. The Poets’ Tomb is a stunning modernist structure marking the area where more than 400 Persian poets are buried. It’s hugely atmospheric and a great way to get acquainted with the country’s literature.

Tips for travellers

See the amazing cone-shaped homes built into the rocks at Kandovan, 57 kilometers from Tabriz. The houses were originally carved 3,000 years ago and are still lived in today.

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Useful information about Tabriz, Iran

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You can get around Tabriz by taxi or shared taxi. Taxis are relatively cheap and shared taxis are an even cheaper option. Taxis and shared taxis can be flagged down on the street or arranged by your hotel. If you use a shared taxi, make sure that you have the details of your destination or address at hand.

Our destinations are split into 4 different zones. The cost of checking in baggage per kilo depends on what zone you’re flying to and from.

For more information, please visit our Airport baggage rates page.

Before you fly, please make certain you have the correct visa and documents required to enter the country. Check with the relevant embassy to find out what you need.

You can also visit our Visa and passport requirements page.

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